Engineering Technology

NSU will host virtual STEAM camps in July

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University has partnered with the Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance (LOSFA) to present three upcoming virtual summer camps for junior high students entering grades 6-8 and high school students entering grades 9-12 this fall. Registration is open to all junior and high school students.

Participants will work intensively with NSU faculty […]

ET Dept. will host Robotics Camp June 14-18

Northwestern State University’s Department of Engineering Technology will host ASTRO STEM Robotics Camp this summer. The Virtual Astro Camp will take place June 14-18 and will be conducted remotely with synchronous and asynchronous activities and for children ages 8-14.

If needed, in-person interaction and live training will be conducted at the Natchitoches Public Library.

Registration is free […]

Two faculty grant proposals worth $138,303 approved

NATCHITOCHES – Two faculty grant proposals from Northwestern State University worth $138,303 have been approved for funding by the State Board of Regents through the Regents Support Fund.

The proposal, “Enhancement of Methods Course Offerings through the Acquisition of Musical Instruments” by Dr. J. Mark Thompson, professor of music – low brass in the Dear School of […]

Certificate program in Remote Systems Science and Technology gains approval

NATCHITOCHES – A certificate program in Remote Systems Science and Technology at Northwestern State University has been approved by the Louisiana Board of Regents. According to NSU Professor of Archaeology and Anthropology Dr. Tommy Ike Hailey, the RSST undergraduate certificate program will provide students with a foundation in aerial, terrestrial and underwater remote systems applications, […]

Northwestern State to host Regional STEM Center in Alexandria

ALEXANDRIA – Northwestern State University has been selected to host the Louisiana Board of Regents LaSTEM Network Center for Region 6. The center will be housed in Alexandria at NSU’s Cenla Campus.

The Louisiana Regional Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Network will be a system of STEM leadership entities strategically positioned across Louisiana, […]

NSU hosts annual Robotics Competition online

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Department of Engineering Technology hosted the sixth annual Robotics Competition and Smart Structure Show (RC&SC3) through online delivery this year.  Nine teams participated in the competition that promotes STEM-related activities intended to guide students towards careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. The competition was open to all middle schools […]

Kristy Willis pursuing goals through AMT program

NATCHITOCHES – Kristy Willis knew she needed a college education to make a better life for her family. While attending a career fair, she heard about a program through which she could work, attend classes and earn credentials that could potentially lead to a bachelor’s degree.  She enrolled in the Advanced Manufacturing Technician program, a […]

Engineering Technology will host virtual open house Oct. 19

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Department of Engineering Technology will host a virtual open house in conjunction with Manufacturing Month.  The virtual event will highlight programs of study, career opportunities and post-baccalaureate certifications.

The virtual open house will begin at 1 p.m. Monday, Oct. 19.  Guests can join through the following portals.

WebEx

https://tinyurl.com/y4d25v2f

Meeting Number: 146 777 […]

ET hosts successful virtual STEM Camp

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s virtual STEM camp was a success, according to Dr. Jafar Al-Sharab, head of the Department of Engineering Technology. It was the first virtual camp of its kind hosted at NSU, Al-Sharab said. The annual event is designed to interest youngsters in science, technology, engineering and mathematics using teamwork, problem solving […]

NSU will host virtual Robotics Camp

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Department of Engineering Technology will host its annual STEM Robotics Camp virtually.  The Robotics Camp will take place from 9 a.m.-noon June 24-26.  Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the camp will be conducted remotely for children ages 8-14.

Registration is free and will end June 15 or when the camp is full. […]

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